Self-compassion is a topic that is neither given enough time nor energy. It’s so easy to lose patience with yourself during times of stress and frustration, failing to offer either the tolerance or compassion both deserved and required. Yet, this is a prime example of exactly what we need. We tend to tell ourselves that we’re not enough. Not smart enough, popular enough, or in possession of whatever else we …

Another family weekend, but this time with my husband’s siblings and spouses: Lots of stories from years gone by Catching up on other family members and former high school friends Too much food This special time leads me to wonder: how many people don’t get together with siblings because of disagreements and stresses from over the years? When you’re growing up all siblings have the typical issues: Borrowing vs just …

Who could have possibly imagined that the 1923 song Who’s Sorry Now would one day name the topic of a behavioral and emotional element that has been the subject of extensive research? Forgiveness…something that we all struggle with at one time or another. Someone does something, or says something. You are hurt beyond words. Embarrassed. Sometimes we want revenge; other times we just want to crawl under a rock and never …